Technical Support Manager

Swindale Parks (Sales & Marketing) Recruitment; Dudley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Swindale Parks Recruitment is seeking a Technical Support Manager in the West Midlands to oversee high-quality technical support and drive commercial performance across the business. This role bridges customers, sales teams and technical staff to deliver exceptional service, identify opportunities, and ensure efficient operations.

The ideal candidate will have experience with pump repair, rotating equipment, and a proven leadership track record, supported by an HNC/HND qualification.

Qualifications

• Experience in pump repair and rotating equipment is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills are required.
• HNC/HND qualification is required.
• Experience interfacing with sales and technical staff is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the pump repair workshop and field service activities; ensure efficient scheduling and high repair standards.
• Prepare quotations, repair proposals and tender submissions; support sales with technical input.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements and margin enhancement.

Skills

Pump repair

Rotating equipment

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Education

HNC/HND

Job description

Excellent Package

Technical Support Manager

Our client, a long-established mechanical engineering solutions provider based in the West Midlands is seeking a Technical Support Manager to oversee the delivery of high-quality technical support services whilst driving commercial performance across the business. This role blends string technical expertise with commercial acumen to ensure customer satisfaction, operational efficiency and revenue growth. The position acts as a key link between customers, sales teams and technical staff, to deliver exceptional service and identify new commercial opportunities.

Key responsibilities encompass:

Operational Management – oversee daily operations of the pump repair workshop and field service activities including strip-downs, inspections, machining, assembly, alignment and performance testing; ensure jobs are scheduled efficiently and completed within agreed timescales; implement & monitor quality control processes to maintain high repair standards; conduct technical assessments and approve repair scopes, quotations and final reports; manage inventory, tooling and maintenance of workshop equipment; ensure compliance with safety procedures, industry regulations and company policies.

Commercial & Financial Management – prepare & approve quotations, repair proposals and tender submissions; support sales teams with technical presentations, site surveys and tender responses; identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements and margin enhancement; build & maintain string relationships with key customers & suppliers.

We are seeking an ambitious and self-motivated HNC/HND qualified individual, with experience in pump repair, rotating equipment, engineering or mechanical services. A deep understanding of pumps and rotating equipment is highly desirable, coupled with strong leadership and team-management skills.